Saffron inhibits cancer

• May 1, 2024

The saffron it is part of the culinary culture of the whole world to enrich the dishes of diverse regions, as an example, of India; however, some researchers discovered that this spice, through the turmeric , help in the treatment against Cancer inhead Y neck, by inhibiting the pattern of cancer cells present in the saliva , according to information published by EFE .

In an investigation that will be published in the September issue of Clinical Cancer Research, 21 patients were asked for samples of saliva before and after chewing two tablets of turmeric , which in total contained one thousand milligrams. These tests were sent hours later to an independent laboratory in Maryland, where the discovery was confirmed.

"The most important finding of the analysis was that turmeric can work in the head Y neck of patients with Cancer and reduce its growth, "he said. Marilene Wang , researcher of Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center at UCLA .

The expert assures that the spice, being cheap and easily accessible, can be combined in treatments such as chemotherapy or radiotherapy. In addition, it could be used to prevent the condition in smokers. Remember that turmeric should be ingested as a supplement, to achieve success in treatment.

What is saffron?

It is obtained from the stigmas of the flower Crocus sativus Linnaeus. It is characterized by its bitter taste and its aroma. It is widely used in the gastronomy of the Middle East and South Asia.

It has properties anti-inflammatory and reduces the levels of lipids in the blood , so it is recommended to ingest it in cases of asthenia , meteorism , amenorrhea , gingivitis and tooth pains.

Go ahead and include it in your diet!

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